answersLogoWhite

0

Cayman Islands

This British Overseas Territory is located in the western Caribbean Sea. The Cayman Islands comprises the three islands of Cayman Brac, Grand Cayman and Little Cayman. It is regarded as part of the geographic Western Caribbean Zone and a major offshore financial center.

249 Questions

What is the time difference between the UK and the Cayman Islands?

England (UTC) is 5 hrs. ahead of Cuba (UTC-5) from November to March.

England (UTC+1) is 6 hrs. ahead of Cuba (UTC-5) from March to April.

England (UTC+1) is 5 hrs. ahead of Cuba (UTC-4) from April to October.

England (UTC) is 4 hrs. ahead of Cuba (UTC-4) from October to November.

What is an abbreviation for the Cayman Islands?

In everyday speak C.I. is the most common abbreviation. However, the abbreviation ky is also widely adopted. In fact the Cayman Islands dollar is abbreviated to KYD.

To what country do the cayman Islands of the Caribbean Sea belong?

The Cayman Islands are considered a British Overseas Territory. The Islands are one of 14 British Territories that have voted to remain territories of Britain.

Where are the cayman islands located?

The Cayman Islands are located in the western Caribbean Sea. They are a British Overseas Territory, situated south of Cuba and northwest of Jamaica.

What foods are the Cayman Islands known for?

foods such as, Ackee and Codfish(a local dish), Jerk Chicken(another local dish), and many other forms of spiced meat.

1977 elizabeth II Caymen Islands coin with bird on back?

Face value only. At the end of January 2018, one Cayman Island dollar converts to $1.20 in US dollars, or 96 euro cents.

What is the largest bank in the Cayman Islands?

the largest bank in the Cayman Islands, is CNB(Cayman National Bank).

What does the cayman islands flag represent?

The standard British Territory flag (the Union Jack in the top left and blue colour on the rest) takes up the majority of the flag. In the crest there are various symbols. (working from top to bottom) The pineapple represents the past links with Jamaica (until Jamaica declared independece from the UK the Cayman Islands and Jamaica were governed as a single nation). The palm leaf represents the Silver Thatch Palm which is the national tree and associated with the rope symbol (read on). The turtle represents the rich heritage associated with the turtle harvesting (now highly protected and actually farmed on the islands as well as reintroduced to the seas) as well as the original name (Las Tortugas - Spanish for The Turtles) given to the islands by Christopher Columbus in the early 1500s when he discovered them. The rope represents the islands rich nautical heritage and rope making customs. The lion represents the link with England/UK. The 3 stars on the waves represents the 3 major islands that make up the Cayman Islands (Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman). He Hath Founded It Upon The Seas is a Bible quote and makes reference to the local religion (Christianity) as well as note on the islands founding themselves from the sea.

Where are the Grand Caymans?

In the Western Caribbean Sea. Located between Cuba and Jamaica. Its a very tiny island 24 x 36 miles in size. It is a British Crown Colony, well known as an Offshore tax haven, banking and tourism.

Did the Cayman Islands begin as volcanoes?

no, but the main island (Grand Cayman) is situated on an dormant underwater volcano.

How long will it take to fly from cayman island to cuba?

The distance between the two places is 417 miles.

This is an approximate direct (straight line) distance. During actual travel, this distance may change if a different flight route is chosen.

Why are the Cayman islands a good place to stash money in accounts?

There is no direct taxation so they have developed into a thriving offshore financial center.